Corbett · Arrochar & Trossachs
Beinn an Lochain
Steep-sided Arrochar Corbett rising directly above the Rest and Be Thankful pass. Quieter than The Cobbler and offers some of the best summit views in the area for relatively little walking.
Quick facts
- Height
- 901m/ 2956ft
- Distance
- 6 km
- Ascent
- 730 m
- Time
- 4 hrs
- Difficulty
- 3 / 5
- Grid ref
- NN218079
- Nearest city
- Glasgow
Standard route
Direct ascent from the parking pull-off at the head of Glen Croe. Steep, eroded path up the southeast ridge. No path issues but a relentless climb.
Terrain
Short but unrelentingly steep. Eroded path in places. No scrambling.
In winter
Full winter conditions common Dec-Mar. The summit ridge can be corniced.
Best time of year
- Jan
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Getting there
- Glasgow1h 10m
- Edinburgh2h 55m
OS maps: OS Explorer 364, OS Landranger 56